a brick is placed on a balance scale.it balances exactly with a 3/4 pound weight and 3/4 of a brick .what is the weight of the brick? show and explain work

Answer 1

x = 3/4 x + 3/4
1/4 x = 3/4
x = 3

Answer 2

brick= (3/4)+(3/4)

brick=(6/4)=1.5